OVERDO Synonyms: 22 Similar and Opposite Words

overdo

verb

ˌō-vər-ˈdü

Definition of overdo

as in to exaggerate

to describe or express in too strong terms the fashion designer's claim that his new line of clothing would revolutionize the way we dress was perhaps overdoing it just a bit

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Recent Examples of overdo While accent pillows are a great way to add color and pattern into your room design, overdoing it with too many pillows can make for a busy, unkempt look. — Betsy Cribb Watson, Southern Living, 11 July 2026 Be gentle with yourself over the next few days and don’t overdo it. — Nicole Bennett, AJC.com, 1 July 2026 Taylor and Travis both love to put on a show, both love to overdo it. — Rob Sheffield, Rolling Stone, 29 June 2026 Have fun walking up and running down the dunes with your pup, but be mindful of the heat and elevation to avoid overdoing it. — Rebecca R. Norris, USA Today, 29 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for overdo

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exaggerate

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Ed Yohnka, spokesman for Illinois chapter of the American Civil Liberties Union, said Flock has, in some cases, exaggerated how the technology contributes to public safety.

— Charlie De Mar, CBS News, 14 Aug. 2026
But the Forbes report cast scrutiny and said Pierson exaggerated her readership and the valuation of her newsletter.

— Marlene Lenthang, NBC news, 14 Aug. 2026

Definition of exaggerate

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